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Paris

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Lyon

Lyon

Our top choices for France houseboats

Outdoor dining

Peniche Privatisèe Pour 8 Perssonnes Proche Centre de Toulouse

Peniche Privatisèe Pour 8 Perssonnes Proche Centre de Toulouse
Toulouse North
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (14 reviews)
"Fun stay for everyone on the house boat"
United States
Joseph G.
The price is AU$376
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Peniche Privatisèe Pour 8 Perssonnes Proche Centre de Toulouse
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Péniche Marie-lou

Péniche Marie-lou
Venette
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great unique stay for 1 night on the boat, the kids loved it!"
United States
James B.
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Péniche Marie-lou
Outdoor dining

ATYPICAL COMFORT ROOM ON A BARGE ON THE RIVER SAONE

ATYPICAL COMFORT ROOM ON A BARGE ON THE RIVER SAONE
Lyon City Centre
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Pour ceux qui adorent les bateaux, this is it! Accessible calme et. Près de tout! "
Canada
christine
The price is AU$237
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
ATYPICAL COMFORT ROOM ON A BARGE ON THE RIVER SAONE
Marina

Yacht 17M Cannes Croisette Port Canto, 3 Bedrooms, air conditioning, tv

Yacht 17M Cannes Croisette Port Canto, 3 Bedrooms, air conditioning, tv
Pointe Croisette
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is AU$776
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Yacht 17M Cannes Croisette Port Canto, 3 Bedrooms, air conditioning, tv
Property grounds

Experience A Bord D'une Peniche Centenaire

Experience A Bord D'une Peniche Centenaire
Plombières-lès-Dijon
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Super fun to be on a boat. "
United States
Jennifer J.
Experience A Bord D'une Peniche Centenaire
Outdoor dining

Marché de Noël en Alsace

Marché de Noël en Alsace
Eckwersheim
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4 reviews)
"The place is a disaster. Incorrect amount of beds. In the middle of nowhere. Too many things to mention. Avoid like the plague. "
Canada
David B.
Marché de Noël en Alsace
Marina

Sailboat 12 metres 4 persons

Sailboat 12 metres 4 persons
Sete
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Sailboat 12 metres 4 persons
Terrace/patio

Au fil de Leau

Au fil de Leau
Plobsheim
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Ausstattung wie beschrieben - nett und sauber - absolut naturnah gelegen - mit jederzeit direkt erreichbarem deutschsprachigen Vermieter freundlicher Kontakt. - Doppelbett mit durchgehender Matratze- und Bettdecke. "
Germany
Gabriele S.
Au fil de Leau
Exterior

Suite "art-déco"

Suite "art-déco"
Quartier du Lac
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation the check-in procedures were good inadequate.We waited at the site for 45 minutes while waiting for information to check in. The accommodations were charming; bed was very comfortable. A lovely neighborhood lose to the Citi du vin and the Submarine Lumiere show. "
Canada
laurent m.
Suite "art-déco"
Exterior

Panoramic electric boat, sail on the Lac du Der without a license. Eclaron

Panoramic electric boat, sail on the Lac du Der without a license. Eclaron
Éclaron-Braucourt-Sainte-Livière
The price is AU$566
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Panoramic electric boat, sail on the Lac du Der without a license. Eclaron
Exterior

La Petite Annick

La Petite Annick
Quartier du Lac
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"After difficulty finding and getting to the barge. (I’d recommend contacting owners - you often need a code for locked gates to get quai side - they don’t give you this information so you need to request it) we found the setting beautiful. Loved the decor in the Art Deco room of the Barge. The hosts provide everything needed, even putting milk, butter and orange juice in the fridge on arrival which was a nice touch. Lovely to sit on your balcony overlooking the docks. Bed and bedding not the...
United Kingdom
Simon
La Petite Annick
Marina

Voilier Rush Capobar

Voilier Rush Capobar
Capécure
Voilier Rush Capobar
Marina

SLEEPING ON THE WATER

SLEEPING ON THE WATER
Le Port
6.0 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"Bien équipé mais exigü. Nous aurions apprécié un drap plutôt qu'un duvet."
France
Laurence V.
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
SLEEPING ON THE WATER
Property grounds

UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR

UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR
Saumur
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Superb location and atmosphere"
United Kingdom
Tim P.
UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR
Marina

Love Boat "A little corner for romantic lovers.

Love Boat "A little corner for romantic lovers.
Thonon les Bains
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Logement atypique accès atypique, ce que nous avons préféré, c'est le bain dans le lac le matin au lever. merci pour ce moment différent."
France
sebastien h.
Love Boat "A little corner for romantic lovers.
Panoramic Suite, Lake View | Terrace/patio

L'Escale Royale Verneuil-sur-Seine

L'Escale Royale Verneuil-sur-Seine
Verneuil-sur-Seine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is AU$282
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
L'Escale Royale Verneuil-sur-Seine
Outdoor dining

A lodge boat at Guidel-Plages marina

A lodge boat at Guidel-Plages marina
Guidel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Excellent location and loved our second stay on the boat…..note may want to replace the coffee machine as it leaks when you use it but what a fantastic place to stay and would thoroughly recommend it….."
United Kingdom
Peter s.
A lodge boat at Guidel-Plages marina
Outdoor dining

Gîtes Seine & Nature Logement Flottant Atypique "Le Babord"

Gîtes Seine & Nature Logement Flottant Atypique "Le Babord"
Bennecourt
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"Very unique experience right on the river. Floating cottage was very clean and well organised. Nice and quiet. Comfortable bed. Close to pretty village and magnificent chateau just a few kilometres away. Lovely area for cycling. Also close to a commercial area with large stores including Intramermarche.Would highly recommend and would stay here again."
Australia
Michelle L.
The price is AU$269
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Gîtes Seine & Nature Logement Flottant Atypique "Le Babord"
Marina

"Falbala Experience liveaboard catamaran

"Falbala Experience liveaboard catamaran
L'Épine
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Easy to rent, great place, fun to sleep on overnight. Beautiful sunsets!"
Canada
Nicole L.
"Falbala Experience liveaboard catamaran
Dining

Super Mini-salle Pour vos Fêtes, sur L'eau !

Super Mini-salle Pour vos Fêtes, sur L'eau !
La Ferté-sous-Jouarre
The price is AU$824
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Super Mini-salle Pour vos Fêtes, sur L'eau !
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Top France Hotel Reviews

Hotel de Roubaix

Hotel de Roubaix

10/10 Excellent
"We really enjoyed our stay. Hotel is well located and well looked after. Lots of shops and restaurants nearby. Close to public transport. "
sandra 3-night trip
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Hotel de Roubaix

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France Houseboats information

Number of reviews
120
Accommodation
237 Houseboats
Lowest Price
AU$147
Highest Price
AU$824

Frequently asked questions

How much do houseboats in France cost?
Houseboats in France range between AU$147 and AU$824 per night. These unique stays combine on-the-water fun with the comforts you need at a surprisingly affordable price. This price was available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
How many houseboats are there in France?
Watch the world float by at a tranquil pace when you book one of our 237 houseboat homes in France.
What is there to do in France near my houseboat?
Wherever your travels take you in France, there's plenty to keep you busy here. Planning a stop in Paris? Louvre Museum is a much-loved attraction to put on your itinerary.